Product Description
The Black Diamond HotWire carabiner is a pivotal innovation in climbing equipment, heralding the wiregate revolution. It stands as an indispensable component in any climber’s gear due to its remarkable versatility. Whether employed on either end of a quickdraw, used for racking cams, or integrated into alpine slings, the HotWire excels as a multi-use wire gate carabiner. Through meticulous design enhancements and a hot-forged construction, we’ve succeeded in removing excess weight where it’s unnecessary while reinforcing areas crucial to durability.
The updated HotWire boasts a deeper basket, enhancing the ease of clipping, and a flatter hinge-end basket for a more secure grip on quickdraw webbing. Its larger rope-bearing surface not only reinforces the carabiner but also safeguards your climbing rope. The optimized nose geometry facilitates efficient rope clipping and simplifies clipping and unclipping from bolts. The HotWire has become a modern classic, catering to a wide range of climbing scenarios, from casual sport cragging after work to challenging big-wall free climbs and lengthy alpine ice routes.
Tech Specs
- Hot-forged construction for a lighter-weight design.
- Expanded rope-bearing surface for increased durability.
- Versatile size suitable for various climbing applications.
- Resistant to freezing in alpine conditions.
- Closed Gate Strength: 24 kN
- Gate Opening: 27 mm
- Minor Axis Strength: 8 kN
- Open Gate Strength: 8 kN
- Weight: 40 g
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Black Diamond
Black Diamond is a brand that specializes in outdoor gear and clothing. It was founded in Salt Lake City, Utah in 1989 and has since become a popular and trusted name in the outdoor industry.
Black Diamond produces a wide range of products for outdoor activities, including climbing equipment, skiing and snowboarding gear, backpacks, tents, headlamps, and other accessories. Their products are designed for both recreational and professional use and are known for their high quality, durability, and innovative features. In 2020, Black Diamond was named the best-selling climbing brand and ranked number one in both the hardware and harness categories in the SNEWS Dealer Survey. This annual survey is conducted by SNEWS, a leading outdoor industry news source, and provides insights into trends and performance in the outdoor industry.
In addition to their gear and clothing, Black Diamond is committed to sustainability and minimizing their environmental impact. They have implemented various initiatives to reduce waste, use sustainable materials, and support conservation efforts.